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The Murtala Yakubu Ajaka Campaign Council for Bassa LGA have continued to receive overwhelming support across the Five wards of Bassa Kwomu district. Some of the APC executives have abandoned the sinking ship of APC to join the roaring ship of the SDP in Bassa LGA. The campaign train have been transversing the nooks and crannies Of Bassa LGA over the last one week. Leader of SDP in Bassa LGA and Secretary of The Kogi East Campaign Council Hon Ranyi Daniya, a former House of Assembly member, while thanking and appreciating the former APC executives stressed the need for continuation of the movement at the door to door level. He told the people of Bassa that Alhaji Murtala Yakubu Ajaka will provide leadership in the administration of Kogi State and promise Bassa LGA will not be left behind. He regretted the continued neglect of Bassa LGA by the current administration. Hon Daniya was at Akuba one and Akuba Two wards for the Mop up of the polling units engagement. Coordinator o...

Hon. Isah Wambai a Former House of Representatives Member for Lokoja/Koton sent APC in Kogi and it’s leadership into oblivious as he defects to Social Democratic Party with all his supporters and declares full support for Hon. Murtala Yakubu Ajaka and his running mate Chief Sam Abenemi for Kogi November 11th election. He promised to join hands in pushing out the bad leadership in Kogi state.  He said Governor Bello’s style of election is war, that Hon. Ajaka is a direct opposite of the Governor and that has encouraged him to join the SDP candidate to rescue the state from hands of highly corrupt leaders.

In a letter dated 28th August 2023, Honorable Ibrahim Aliyu Usman, the ward Chairman of Kogi Koton-Karfe Chapter and Gegu-South Ward, has officially tendered his resignation from the All Progressive Congress (APC). Notably, he hails from the same ward as Honorable Bashir Gegu, the Commissioner for Solid Minerals & Natural Resources.

Nigerian Union Of Teachers(NUT), Association of Pensioners and Local Government Employees Kabba/Bunu Branch endorses Ajaka ahead of Kogi November Governorship poll. The Coalition of Nigerian Union Of Teachers (NUT), the Association of Pensioners and the Local Government Employees in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area endorses the Candidate of the Social Demoractic Party (SDP) Hon Murtala Yakubu Ajaka.  The Group which comprises of Executives  of Teachers Union, local government staffs and the retirees of Kabba/Bunu Local Government area of Kogi state was received on behalf of Hon Ajaka by the Chairman G-1 Group Abuja, Alh Prince Gowon Enenche, a close ally of the SDP candidate.  Speaking on the endorsement of Hon Murtala Yakubu Ajaka, Comrade Michael Alelemi the NUT chairman Kabba/Bunu branch said the teachers union in Kabba didn't hesitate on the thought of the adoption of Ajaka as their candidate, stating on the untold hardship the tea...

I reframed from commenting directly on the various candidates jostling for Governorship of our dear state because I was involved in screening the candidates to ensure the best and the most acceptable candidate is thrust forward from kogi East as our consensus candidate for the November election. Now that the job is done, I feel free to comment on a specific candidate and interrogate his rise and rise on the political ladder amidst barrels of attacks and mudslingings. The ordinary Igala folks epitomize the people of culture, traditions ,profound appreciation, and yearning for development and all the good things of life. These hopes and aspirations of our people are in short supply in the state today . They are stucked with unemployed children they laboured hard to train along with the waning hope of winning bread for them to uplift their lives. The people are yearning for change. Looking for a pathway to decent living and enjoying the good things of life and not ...

Dr Maryam Shetty has been appointed as Special Adviser to the President on Culture and entertainment. Dr Maryam Shetty is replacing Barr. Hannatu Musa. Shetty who was shockingly replaced by Dr Mairiga yesterday as Minister Nominee has been appointed to to take over from Musawa Congratulations.

Former Governor Umar Ganduje of Kano State, was seen in a video being circulated on the social media mocking the replacement of Ministerial Nominee from Kano State, Dr. MARYAM SHETTY. The new APC National Chairman, who is believed to be behind the replacement of Maryam Shetty, to his preferred candidate, was captrued in a viral video mocking and laughing the former nominee in Hausa Language. Click to watch the video  HERE:

Bola Ahmed Tibubu, the president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, has today rewarded his late friend, Prince Abubakar Audu, by nominating his son as minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The news came following the second batch of the list submitted by the chief of staff to the president, Femi Gbajabiamila, today at the national assembly. It could be recalled that, the former governor of Kogi state, who is a bosom friend to Bola Ahmed Tibubu, died on the day he was to be declared governor of Kogi state, but the recent development will no doubt play a huge role in the dream the late political icon has for Kogi state and Nigeria. Prince Shaibu Audu, the son of a late political icon, was nominated today as he is set to face the Nigerian Senate for confirmation in the coming days. This is without doubt a huge sigh of relief for the Audu political dynasty following the shocking demise of the political guru.

The removal of fuel subsidy in Nigeria has been a topic of heated debate for many years, with arguments for and against it. The Nigerian government has been spending billions of dollars every year on subsidies in a bid to sustain the fixed price of fuel, which they sell to Nigerians below the actual market price. Despite the good intention behind the fuel subsidy policy, it has proven to be unsustainable and detrimental to the economy. The subsidy has been bedeviled with corruption, inefficiencies, and fraud, which has cost the country billions of dollars over the years. Therefore, removing fuel subsidy in Nigeria would be a wise move. The faithful idea behind fuel subsidy is a government initiative that seeks to cushion the effects of volatile oil prices on Nigerians and ensure that they have access to affordable fuel. With this policy in place, the Nigerian government has been able to subsidize the cost of fuel, thereby selling it below the market price, and directly brin...

Kogi State Governor, His Excellency Yahaya Bello on Friday assured the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Kogi State of his administration's continues support for the scheme. Governor Bello gave the assurance during the swearing-in and official Opening Ceremony for the 2023 Batch 'A' stream II orientation Course for Corps members deployed to Kogi State, at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp. Asaya, Kabba, Kogi State.  The Governor was ably represented by Hon. Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development Hon. Musa Idris who also double as Chairman NYSC Governing Board, Kogi Stat. Delivering his address, the Governor stated that the present administration led by would continued to support NYSC scheme in the state. The Governor, while congratulating all the Corps Members on their academic success and graduation from various institutions of higher learning across the nation, which qualified them for the NYSC Scheme, urged Corps Member...

Former Deputy Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Honorable Ahmed Mohammed has congratulated the Governor Elect of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Chief Sheriff Oborevwori on his electoral victory of Ebonyi State. Chief Oborevwori polled 360,234 votes to defeat the All Progressives Congress APC Candidate Senator Ovie Omo-Agege who scored 240,229. Describing his victory as a well deserved one, he said Chief Oborevwori is one politician who is known for his hardwork, determination, tenacity, steadfastness and consistent courage, which has brought him this far in his political journey. The Kogi state lawmaker in his words: "I congratulate you on your Electoral victory as Governor Elect of Delta State. Your victory shows that the hand of God is truly with you. Your emergence is a major pointer that politics today is tilting towards meritocracy. "The task ahead is enormous but the fact that you have goodwill from across board should make the task a bit easy for you and ...

Former Deputy Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Honorable Ahmed Mohammed has congratulated the Speaker of Ebonyi State House of Assembly, Mr Francis Nwifuru on his electoral victory as Governor Elect of Ebonyi State. Mr Nwifuru of APC garnered a total of 199,131 votes cast across the 13 local governments in the state. Describing his victory as a well deserved one, he said Rt. Hon. Francis Nwifuru is one politician who is known for his hardwork, determination, tenacity, steadfastness and consistent courage, which has brought him this far in his political journey. The Kogi state lawmaker in his words: "I congratulate you on your Electoral victory as Governor Elect of Ebonyi State. Your victory is a victory for all irrespective of political affiliation as it shows that the hand of the Almighty God is truly with you. Your emergence is a major pointer that politics today is tilting towards meritocracy". "I am confident that once you take over the affair...

Member representing Ankpa 1 constituency, Rt. Hon. Ahmed Mohammed urges women to take sensitization and mobilization to villages and ensure they come out to vote for candidates of the APC on Saturday The Former Deputy Speaker speaking at the women sensitization/awareness organized by Amazon women group, at Opulega - Ankpa LGA. He appreciates the effort of the women who had consistent in promoting the All Progressive Congress. His words; " I appreciate our gallant women under the umbrella of this formidable group - AMAZON, as we draw closer to elections, you must ensure that you take the message of renewed hope to all polling units and wards".  Food items, clothing materials, toiletries and other campaign materials were distributed to women from various wards and polling units. The Amazon women group has been one of the groups canvassing and supporting the All Progressive Congress with her state coordinator, Hajiya Halima Imam.

Ankpa Township went agog yesterday upon hearing the news of the House of Assembly lifting the suspension of the member representing Ankpa 1 constituency and former Deputy Speaker, Rt. Honorable Ahmed Mohammed. The constituents who took placards, music instruments and banners celebrating all over the town were chanting "Thank you Gov Bello" in the native language (Igala). Speaking to one of the youth, Ibrahim ZEKERI, he said Governor Yahaya Bello has been a friend of the youths and our leader, Rt. Hon. Ahmed Mohammed. We have not been happy since his suspension. Our constituency has been lacking, but hearing this news our energy is back. That is why we started jubilating and reaffirming our commitment to the party once again. Governor Yahaya Bello is a leader with a kind and large heart. He has been so supportive to make sure Ankpa progress. We pray that the union between him and our representative continue to grow in Father and son relation...

Former Deputy Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly and member representing Ankpa 1 constituency, Rt. Honorable Ahmed Mohammed called on the people of his constituents to come out en mass and vote all candidates of the All Progressive Congress - APC. He made this call yesterday at the town hall meeting organized by the party candidates to showcase their antecedents, and assure the people of their trust and confidence if giving the opportunity to represent them. While endorsing the candidates, he expressed confidence in the ability of the party’s presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu and maintained that there lies a better country and indeed a renewed hope for Nigerians. He also commend the efforts of Distinguished Senator Jibrin Isah Echocho, whose performance has been excellent, and Honorable Halims. While equally calling on the people to vote APC from top to bottom. The former Deputy Speaker who was received by his people with s...

Member representing Ankpa 1 constituency, Rt. Honorable Ahmed Mohammed hosted party executives, leaders and polling unit canvassers from Ankpa Ward 2 to a crucial meeting, charging them to double up efforts to ensuring that, APC delivers 100 percent in the coming general election. The state legislator who is also the leader of his ward (Ankpa Ward 2) reminded the party grassroot mobilizers that election is just a month ahead, and all effort be channeled on convincing people, meetings and reconciling, and mobilizing eligible voters from all units. He appreciates their efforts so far and assures them of his full support always. Leaders from various units who spoke express optimism and readiness, while citing some challenges, but was assured all that will be attended to immediately.

The member representing Ankpa 1 constituency, Rt. Hon. Ahmed Mohammed have greeted the people of his constituency and Kogi State, hoping the new year would usher in a period of harmony, friendship and development. The former Deputy Speaker speaking from his hometown - Abache, Ankpa LGA further urges the people of his constituency to renew their commitment to collective prosperity, growth and development of Ankpa district, and shunning all forms of negative tendencies. His words: “I have the hope that the teeming youths of our dear state shall galvanise their unique qualities, live for one another in peace, harmony and shun any form of negative ultra vices as we enter election year". On behalf of myself and family, I offer my felicitations, and I thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve you as member representing Ankpa 1 state constituency. I want to assure you all that, I shall continue to do my best for the people in all spheres. Compliments of the season to ...

...You are a rare gem, a leader per Excellence: Former Deputy Speaker of Kogi State, & member representing Ankpa 1 state constituency, Rt. Hon. Ahmed Mohammed join millions of well wishers across the state to congratulates his. Excellency, Rt. Hon. Abiodun James Faleke on the occasion of his birthday celebration. The state lawmaker describes Rt. Hon. James Faleke as a relentless, resourceful, enigmatic, charismatic, and kind personality who's leadership and fatherly role is unmatched.  In his words: "We are thankful for having you and pray that, as you celebrate your birthday, you will be graced with more years filled and garnished with sound health and limitless joy. May God continue to bless you and fill your life with more strength, wisdom, grace, unlimited joy and sound health, above all, may divine protection be upon you and your entire family (Amen). HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU SIR Signed✍️ Rt. Hon. Ahmed Mohammed Fmr. Deputy Speaker & member representing A...

Honourable Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development Kogi State, Hon. Musa Idris Danjuma (Oando) attended the opening ceremony of the 21st Edition of the National Sports Festival held at Steven Keshi International Stadium, Asaba, Delta State. Hon. Musa Idris said he is in Asaba to lend support to Kogi State contingents/athletes (Team Kogi) and their Technical handlers in order to rouse and motivate them for a better performance at the National fiesta. Hon. Musa Idris while conveying the best wishes of the Sport passionate Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Governor Yahaya Bello for their victory assured the athletes of the State Government full support and commitment to the welfares of the players, he admonished them to be focused, determined to make the state proud by winning laurels and for the world to become known of their exceptional talents. "I am here in Asaba to give you the support you needed to excel in this tournament and to also spur...

Receiving the Torch of Unity on behalf of the Governor at the Kogi State Government House, Lokoja on Friday, the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Pharmacist Jamiu Abdulkareem Asuku assured Mr Saka Hakim a representative of the Ministry of Youth and Sports Dev. that Kogi State will no doubt participate in the festival. The Governor also disclosed that every obligations necessary for Kogi State to participate at the event will be facilitated. "I want to assured you that Kogi State will participate at the National Sport Festival, tag Asaba 2022 and everything financial obligations to enable the team to participate favourably will in the event will be facilitated) He said. Kogi State Commissioner of Youth and Sports, Hon. Musa Idris who earlier received the Torch of Unity from teams of Ministry of Youth and Sports and presented same to the Governor said: "Kogi State is home to varieties of Sports like football, Basketball and others stating that Kogi will ...